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Thatcher has always had a sensitive stomach but today I heard some strange gurgling sounds in it. She didn't eat all of her breakfast and is a little more lethargic but did keep up with me on a 3 mile leashed walk. Her poop was solid. I did let her chew on a bully stick last night which she...

My boxer tore her ACL when she was 2 and struggled with whether to get surgery. I opted not to do it for cost but also because I didn't think I could keep her crated for 6 months post surgery. Instead I kept her as contained as possible. Not letting her jump up on beds or couches and not letting...

It is (sadly) official, my 3 year old tore her ACL. I have heard from owners who have tried the 2 most popular surgeries (suture and TPLO), but I am curious to hear from people who have opted NOT to have surgery. She tore her ACL in late December and she was on rimadyl for 5 days. Since the...

torn ACL - surgery options? You were right. After a trip to the vet they diagnosed it as such. My next dilemma is what type of surgery. I was told there is the traditional surgery (with the metal plate and screws), and another type that basically uses suchering with 80-lb thread. I am apt to go...

I brought my 3-year old Thatcher home for the holidays where she has a big yard to run around in (and she runs like mad). I noticed that she started carrying her left hind leg up a bit and over the next few hours she doesn't want to stand on it at all. It is so depressing seeing her quiet and in...

Thatcher is a little over a year and doesn't seem to like children. She does a low growl when one approaches and I have to intervene (saying No!, body blocking, etc). I have tried giving kids treats to give to her (never putting anyone in danger, but hoping she would associate treats with kids)...

I have been checking out the boxerworld forums for a while (or at least since I got my boxer, Thatcher) and have been totally pleased with the information shared. I figured that instead of "listening in" unannounced, I would make for a better boxer neighbor by joining you all. Thanks! Fiona